Justice of the Peace, Precinct Number 1

Outside View of the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1Warning

Do not attempt to contact a judge by mail, email, phone or in person about any pending or potential lawsuit.

Civil & Criminal

Review frequently asked questions related to civil and criminal cases.

PUBLIC-NOTICE

  1. Do I have to drive to Decatur to the Justice of the Peace Office?
  2. Do I need to make a payment today? How much?
  3. What happens if I do not contact the Court and execute my Court ordered payment plan?
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Texas Rules

  1. 04-01-2015 Texas Rules of Evidence (PDF)
  2. Texas Rules of Civil Procedure Part V Rules of Practice In Justice Courts (PDF)

Criminal Forms

  1. Defendants Plea (PDF)
  2. Extension (PDF)
  3. Payment Plan (PDF)
  4. Request for Driver Safety Course

Civil Forms

  1. Eviction Petition (Effective 11/12/2021)
  2. Debt Claim (PDF)
  3. Repair and Remedy (PDF)
  4. Small Claims (PDF)
  5. Statement of Inability to Afford Payment of Court Costs - Civil (PDF)